Job Title: Fire & Gas Engineer
Organisation: Schneider Electric
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Schneider Electric SE is a French multinational company that specializes in digital automation and energy management. It addresses homes, buildings, data centers, infrastructure and industries, by combining energy technologies, real-time automation, software, and services.
Job Summary: The Fire & Gas (F&G) Engineer is responsible for the implementation, testing, and com-missioning of all F&G systems across EACOP substations and facilities. This includes the deployment of detection technologies (flame, heat, smoke, gas), alarm systems, suppression interfacing, and control panel configuration. The role ensures that all systems meet project safety requirements, functional design specifications, and compliance with Schneider Electric and oil & gas industry safety standards.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervise installation and perform field validation of fire and gas detection systems, including detectors, horns, strobes, and control panels.
- Configure and test F&G logic for alarm activation, shutdown signals, and interfacing with fire suppression or ESD (Emergency Shutdown) systems.
- Validate system layout and coverage based on hazardous area classification and project design drawings.
- Coordinate with instrumentation, SCADA, and ECS teams to ensure proper system integration and response logic.
- Perform loop checks, functional testing, and cause & effect validation.
- Ensure compliance with international fire & gas safety standards (e.g., NFPA, ISA, IEC 60079).
- Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) for F&G panels and control interfaces.
- Troubleshoot system faults and alarms during commissioning and site acceptance.
- Maintain all F&G-related documentation including test reports, redlines, and O&M manuals.
- Support end-user training and system handover activities.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering.
Years of Experience
- Minimum 4-6 years of hands-on experience with F&G systems in oil & gas or hazardous industrial environments.
- Industry Exposure
- Field experience in energy infrastructure, terminals, or upstream/downstream facilities where F&G safety systems are mandatory.
- Technical Tool/Software Proficiency
- Familiarity with F&G control systems and configuration tools
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Basic understanding of DCS/PLC/SCADA integration
- Understanding of fire and gas detection principles (point and open-path gas detectors, smoke detectors, flame detectors, etc.).
- Knowledge of hazardous area classification and equipment selection.
- Ability to interpret cause & effect matrices, zoning layouts, and shutdown logic.
- Experience in loop checking, signal verification, and fault troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with integration of F&G systems with SCADA, PLCs, and shutdown systems.
Personal Attributes
- Safety-driven mindset with a proactive approach to risk mitigation.
- Strong coordination and communication skills across disciplines.
- Meticulous in documentation and testing procedures.
- Able to work under pressure during commissioning or emergency readiness testing.
- Clear understanding of life-safety system criticality and regulatory compliance.
- Preferred Additional Qualifications
- Certification or training in fire & gas system design or maintenance (e.g., NFPA, ISA, or OEM-specific).
- Experience with Schneider Electric F&G systems or similar platforms.
- Fluency in English is required; Swahili or French is a plus.
- Performance Measurement (KPIs)
- F&G loop completion and testing progress
- Number of false alarms or system errors during commissioning
- Compliance with safety and zoning standards
- Completion of cause & effect testing on schedule
- Documentation quality and handover package readiness
How to Apply:
You can apply by submitting your cover letter and CV to [email protected] Indicate application with reference: 1147-ADVT-GFS-UG-ELE-Fire & Gas (F&G) in the subject of the email.
The deadline for receiving applications is 15th September 2025, 5:00PM East African time.
All applicants should share their CV’s and Cover Letters in PDF or MS Word STRICTLY
Deadline: 15th September 2025
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 48